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Forum: Folding Bikes
02-12-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

Well, I'm glad I decided to pass on purchasing...

Well, I'm glad I decided to pass on purchasing the Birch bike and grateful for those who advised against it; the latest Amazon review highlights alarming issues with frame welds coming apart Yikes!
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Forum: Folding Bikes
02-08-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

Jur's Ti Swift is one of the best looking bikes...

Jur's Ti Swift is one of the best looking bikes I've seen. He really nailed it. I think the Origami Swift could fit my needs and budget well. I like that it doesn't have much in the way of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-06-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

I've been really happy with the Helix bikes. The...

I've been really happy with the Helix bikes. The ride quality if fantastic and the folding elements are an engineering marvel. That being said I'd probably wait until they're a little more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-06-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

Ha! Sounds like the Strida provided you with a...

Ha! Sounds like the Strida provided you with a memorable riding experience. I've always been curious to try both the Strida and Swift. I'll have to take a closer look at the recent Origami Swift. I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-06-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

I have some flexibility with the budget but part...

I have some flexibility with the budget but part of me prefers something inexpensive as it doesn't feel quite so precious. I do own a couple of very nice Helix folding bikes that I can't bring myself...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-06-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

Haha, true! While the Zizzo likely outshines the...

Haha, true! While the Zizzo likely outshines the Birch in most aspects, there's something eye catching about the Birch, despite its questionable components and design.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

The reason I'm interested in the Birch bike in...

The reason I'm interested in the Birch bike in part is the very low cost $215 and the quirky design which I haven't seen before. But after reading everyone's comments here I'm less sure that the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

Wow - that is a wild design! I'd be curious what...

Wow - that is a wild design! I'd be curious what the ride quality is like.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks for suggesting the Tyrell bike - that's an...

Thanks for suggesting the Tyrell bike - that's an intriguing design.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-05-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

I'm finding it a bit challenging to pinpoint...

I'm finding it a bit challenging to pinpoint exactly what's not clicking for me visually with the Zizzo bike. I think it boils down to a few factors: the thick aluminum tubing, prominent welds,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-04-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

There does seem to be some odd discrepancies like...

There does seem to be some odd discrepancies like the Tourney derailleur being marketed as Tiagra. And I agree the welded bar/stem combo is very limiting.



Thanks for all these thoughtful...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-03-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 4,555
Posted By univega.duder

Contemplating a Birch Folding Bike Purchase: Wise Investment or Regrettable Decision?

I'm intrigued by the Birch Folding bike that keeps popping up in ads. It's described as a 26lb CrMo folder boasting 20" wheels, 7 speeds, and a unique frame design. It has an adjustable handlebar...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-29-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 984
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks for the suggestion Bianchigirll. I was...

Thanks for the suggestion Bianchigirll. I was thinking about removing the reflectors to make the bike look a little more pleasing in the photos but I think you're right that it would like be used for...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-27-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 984
Posted By univega.duder

Hi All- thanks for the suggestions. I'm going to...

Hi All- thanks for the suggestions. I'm going to remove the reflectors, clean it up a bit and sell as-is. Hopefully someone will find it and enjoy it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-25-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 984
Posted By univega.duder

Value of mid/late 80's Shogun Katana?

I picked up this Shogun Katana at a yard sale this summer and am curious to get opinions on its value. I'm not sure of the year but it seems to be mid/late 80s. The brakes and shifters are working...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-23-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,877
Posted By univega.duder

I have the Ultralight derailleur 11 speed and...

I have the Ultralight derailleur 11 speed and also the Standard Alfine model and the weight difference is notable when riding. It’s also quite noticeable when carrying the bike in its folded...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-29-23, 08:43 PM
Replies: 2,948
Views: 1,017,877
Posted By univega.duder

I bought two Helix bikes. One is the standard...

I bought two Helix bikes. One is the standard Alfine model and the other is the ultralight 11 speed. They’re both excellent bikes. The ride quality is great and the folding mechanism is really well...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-30-23, 12:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 866
Posted By univega.duder

It does look like the bike may be able to roll...

It does look like the bike may be able to roll when folded with the rack if using the new "rolling wheels". They're on the Helix site for $60. I'll be curious to see how they perform....
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-16-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

Nice comparison of the Siggi and Helix. I agree...

Nice comparison of the Siggi and Helix. I agree the Helix is excellent and more compact than the Siggi. It also manages to be lighter while having larger wheels. I'm curious how much weight a rack...
Forum: Touring
11-12-23, 10:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,362
Posted By univega.duder

I found a used Tubus Airy which I put on my...

I found a used Tubus Airy which I put on my Miyata 1000 and I love it. I also had a titanium version of the Tubus Duo low rider racks (this was before Tubus started making a ti version of the Tubus...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-23, 09:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,281
Posted By univega.duder

I did hear back from TRP and they said, "That...

I did hear back from TRP and they said, "That shifter should just integrate into the barclamp band of your brake lever. We don’t make adapters for Shimano brakes just adapters to pair our brakes with...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-23, 09:08 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

Yes - well keep us posted as you get into...

Yes - well keep us posted as you get into building yours. I'll be interested to see what you come up with. Cheers!
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-23, 08:38 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

Have you looked at all at the forthcoming Siggi...

Have you looked at all at the forthcoming Siggi bike? It has 20" wheels weighs less 10kg has a "StoneWeave frame. A light and durable mix of carbon and basalt". I believe they're offering it as a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

Wow that looks great - interesting cranks and...

Wow that looks great - interesting cranks and chain ring as well! Can I ask where you found the setback seat post?
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

Have you checked out the Eerdermetaal Brompton...

Have you checked out the Eerdermetaal Brompton mods with 20” wheels? Seems like he’s not taking new orders at this time but if you want 20” wheels like that could be an option? Or
Kinetics in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

Not to derail the thread but curious what...

Not to derail the thread but curious what cassette your are using with AXS on your Helix? The largest cassette that’s compatible according to the Helix site would be 9x42 with chainring no larger...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-09-23, 12:15 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

here’s a few photos and a link to the users post...

here’s a few photos and a link to the users post on instagram showing the Kindernay on their Helix. It doesn’t seem perfect as hydraulic lines were zip tied to the frame but still neat to see....
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-23, 12:06 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,377
Posted By univega.duder

I’d be tempted to get a Helix. It’s got 24”...

I’d be tempted to get a Helix. It’s got 24” wheels, it’s titanium and has much more flexibility than a brompton in terms of drivetrain options. I don’t know that it will work with a Rohloff but it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,281
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks so much - I emailed TRP. Hoping that...

Thanks so much - I emailed TRP. Hoping that adapter will work!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-23, 08:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,281
Posted By univega.duder

How can I connect my I-Spec II shifter to my I-Spec EV brake lever?

I've been trying to find a way to connect my I-Spec II Shimano RS700 11 speed road flat-bar shifter to my I-Spec EV Shimano XTR BL-M9100 brake levers. I've read that it's possible using a brake rotor...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 440
Posted By univega.duder

I'd certainly consider replacing the shift levers...

I'd certainly consider replacing the shift levers but I can't seem to find another 11 speed flat bar shifter that will shift the 11 speed Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 derailleur. Let me know if you know of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 440
Posted By univega.duder

Unfortunately the bulge in the bar doesn’t allow...

Unfortunately the bulge in the bar doesn’t allow me to move the shifter to a the left of the brake and still be able to clamp the shifter.

I emailed with Wolf Tooth thinking one of there shift...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-23, 11:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 440
Posted By univega.duder

How can I move my flat bar shifter to the left? I-Spec? Wolf Tooth? New bar?

Hello,

I'm trying to determine how to move my flat bar 11 speed road shifter (Shimano RS-700) to the left so my thumb won't rub against it while riding. It's a folding bike with a narrow 580mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-23, 01:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 557
Posted By univega.duder

Velo Orange was out of the fender attaching...

Velo Orange was out of the fender attaching hardware so I ended up buying some Honjo fender stays and hardware. They were a little more expensive than I wanted but seem to be high quality and were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-23, 09:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 557
Posted By univega.duder

Wow - fantastic job on the painted fenders. Those...

Wow - fantastic job on the painted fenders. Those came out great! Also thanks for the suggestion for stainless wire from the hardware store. Do you have any suggestions for recreating the bend in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 08:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 557
Posted By univega.duder

Thank you all for the suggestions. I did...

Thank you all for the suggestions. I did originally try removing the rust using the Quick-glo product which appeared to be successful but not long after the rust reappeared. I don't know if I needed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-23, 09:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 557
Posted By univega.duder

Help choosing replacement fender stays for Univega 3 speed?

Hello-

I'm looking to replace the rusty fender stays on my Univega 3 speed but I'm nervous I'm going to order the wrong thing. I've measured the diameter to be ~5mm and they appear to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 790
Posted By univega.duder

Ha - this made me laugh. "Rarely works" has also...

Ha - this made me laugh. "Rarely works" has also been my experience with reverse drill bits but I decide to try anyway. I used some penetrating oil along with the ez-out. I also pried the cable slot...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-15-23, 07:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,097
Posted By univega.duder

Wow - I've never seen a Zizzo so thoughtfully...

Wow - I've never seen a Zizzo so thoughtfully built up. Looks great with the Phil hubs and Box brakes and Brooks saddle. I'd love to see a photo showing the whole bike with your new friction shifter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-23, 01:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 790
Posted By univega.duder

Removal suggestions for mangled barrel adjuster?

I managed to fully mangle the barrel adjuster on my brake lever :-/ I was trying to loosen it and I not so smartly used a pair of pliers with excessive force promptly sheared off the adjuster. Oops!...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-23, 05:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,675
Posted By univega.duder

The derailleur version of the Helix is about...

The derailleur version of the Helix is about 20lbs which is about 3lbs heavier than the T-line. It has 11 speeds and rides really well. It’s larger than the Brompton when folded but not by all that...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-02-23, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,675
Posted By univega.duder

I know you said you're looking for 16" wheels but...

I know you said you're looking for 16" wheels but have you consider the Helix folding bike? It has 24" wheels and a really compact fold. The ride is excellent and I haven't had any trouble fitting it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-23, 01:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,994
Posted By univega.duder

That's really cool. Keep us posted as you spend...

That's really cool. Keep us posted as you spend more time with the Kwiggle. The compactness of the fold is impressive! Looks like a really unique bike.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,994
Posted By univega.duder

Wow- what an intriguing bike. How is the ride?...

Wow- what an intriguing bike. How is the ride? How is the fold? Can you say how it compares to a Brompton or other folding bikes?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-21-23, 04:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,311
Posted By univega.duder

Crazy sliding folding Pop-cycle bike on kickstarter-

Curious what everyone thinks of this wild sliding bike I spotted on kickstarter. It's called Pop-Cycle and I don't quite know what to make of it.

There's a lot of strangeness or perhaps it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-22, 09:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,073
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks Cyccommute - I appreciate the caliper /...

Thanks Cyccommute - I appreciate the caliper / depth gauge tip and the photo. I've never been quite sure what to do with the depth gauge.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-22, 08:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,073
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks CSport! I thoroughly enjoyed looking...

Thanks CSport! I thoroughly enjoyed looking through the Tange catalog - the bike parts look especially nice next to the images of Mt Fuji and cherry blossoms. I ended up ordering a Tange LN-3922...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-22, 08:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,073
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks Cycommute! Indeed the calipers would have...

Thanks Cycommute! Indeed the calipers would have been easier but the small chain ring was interfering and I didn't have the time to remove the cranks yesterday.

I ended up up ordering a Tange...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-27-22, 07:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,073
Posted By univega.duder

Thanks for the Sheldon Brown link! Yes there is a...

Thanks for the Sheldon Brown link! Yes there is a marking on the other side of the spindle showing "3NN" which on Sheldon's chart indicates 68mm Shell Width and 124mm overall lengths with symmetrical...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-27-22, 05:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,073
Posted By univega.duder

Which cartridge Bottom Bracket for 1992 Specialized Hard Rock?

I need to replace the bottom bracket on my 1992 Specialized Hard Rock and I'm not quite sure what size or model to get. When I measured the spindle with my calipers I came up with 124mm. When I...
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